Richard Nixon: “A more fitting memorial would be the creation of a peaceful world, free of the destructive conflicts that have plagued…”

This house has a great heart, and that heart comes from those who serve.

I have never been a quitter. To leave office before my term is completed is abhorrent to every instinct in my body. But as president, I must put the interests of America first. Therefore, I shall resign the presidency effective at noon…

Therefore, I shall resign the Presidency effective at noon tomorrow.

I also call upon appropriate community organizations to cooperate with the Customs Service in recognizing 185 years of mutually beneficial relationships.